Trezor.io/Start – Official Trezor® Wallet Setup & Quickstart Guide

1. Welcome to Trezor

Trezor hardware wallets provide state-of-the-art protection for your cryptocurrencies and private keys. Whether you’re storing Bitcoin, Ethereum, or hundreds of other supported tokens, your Trezor device ensures full offline control of your assets. At trezor.io/start, you can safely initialize your wallet, install official firmware, and begin managing your portfolio securely.

This quickstart guide will help you set up your Trezor Model One or Model T, connect it to Trezor Suite, and learn best practices for backup and recovery. Follow each step carefully to guarantee maximum security.

2. Getting Started

Before connecting your Trezor, make sure the holographic seal on the box is intact. This confirms that the device has not been tampered with. Once verified, connect your Trezor via USB to your computer and open Trezor Suite — the official desktop or web app used to manage your hardware wallet.

Visit suite.trezor.io to download Trezor Suite for Windows, macOS, or Linux. You can also access the web version for quick use. Trezor Suite provides a modern interface for managing accounts, sending transactions, checking portfolio balance, and updating firmware.

3. Backup & Recovery Seed

When setting up your device for the first time, you’ll receive a recovery seed — a list of 12, 18, or 24 words that act as your ultimate backup. Write these words on the provided recovery card and store them securely offline. Never take a digital photo or share them online. Anyone with this seed can restore your wallet.

If your device is ever lost or damaged, the recovery seed allows you to restore your funds on any new Trezor device or compatible wallet. Treat it as the most critical component of your crypto safety strategy.

4. Using Trezor Suite

Once initialized, Trezor Suite becomes your command center. The dashboard gives you a complete overview of your assets, including transaction history and current balances. Every action requiring a signature — such as sending funds or updating settings — must be physically approved on your Trezor device.

This ensures your private keys never leave the hardware wallet. Even if your computer is compromised, your assets remain safe because all cryptographic operations happen within the Trezor’s secure chip.

5. Security Best Practices

To maintain long-term security, always download software and firmware from official Trezor sources. Avoid entering your recovery seed into any website or application. Trezor will never ask for it. Enable a strong PIN on your device, and consider using a passphrase for an additional layer of protection.

Keep your firmware up to date. New updates often improve performance and enhance protection against potential threats. Regularly verify your receiving addresses within Trezor Suite to confirm they match the one displayed on your device.

6. Support & Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues during setup, visit the Trezor Support Center. There you’ll find detailed FAQs, firmware guides, and direct access to the support team. The Trezor community forum is also an excellent place to share insights and get assistance from experienced users.

For lost devices or security concerns, act quickly by restoring your wallet on a new device using your recovery seed. The open-source nature of Trezor ensures transparency and continuous improvement by the global crypto community.